Installing an Asset Management System?
Don't Forget the Discretes! Part 1
In the
next two articles I’ll review findings of what users are
looking for in this area with a focus on automated discrete
(On/Off) valves. I’ll also explore possibilities of putting
into place discrete automated valve diagnostic systems that
may create real world systems that produce a pay off.
Installing an Asset Management System?
Don't Forget the Discretes! Part 2 This is
the second part of a two part series describing what you can
do to take advantage of diagnostic systems for discrete
automated valves. In Part 1 I discussed the problems that
may occur in most discrete (On/Off) valve systems and the
challenges instrument engineers face in diagnosing these
problems. In part 2 I’ll describe potential solutions based
on your current legacy systems or using emerging
technologies with a comprehensive diagnostic capability.
New Field Wiring Architecture Reduces
Hazardous Area Wiring Costs By 65%
Dramatic savings may be realized over conventional explosion
proof point-to-point wiring (i.e., hard conduit) in
hazardous Class I, Division 2 areas by combining bus
networking with tray cabling and nonincendive protection
concepts. By optimizing protection concepts on a bus
network, users can realize greater installation flexibility
with a less expensive bulky infrastructure and improved
safety. This, in combination with greater field device
functionality, such as predictive diagnostics, offers a
compelling case for installing this new wiring architecture.
Slash Installation Costs with
AS-Interface Bus Networks & StoneL
By utilizing the AS-Interface bus network for discrete
automated valves and plant instruments, installation costs
may be reduced by up to 49% from conventional point to point
wiring. With thousands of installations in the process
industries, users have demonstrated these savings in
addition to improving process flexibility and reducing plant
infrastructure requirements while maintaining instrument
reliability.
